Angling
/ˈæŋɡlɪŋ/
Definitions
3 meaningsThe sport or activity of fishing with a rod and line.
/ˈæŋɡlɪŋ/
The sport of fishing with a rod and line.
He spent the afternoon angling for trout.
💡 Simply: Fishing with a rod.
More Examples
Angling is a popular pastime in many countries.
How It's Used
"He enjoys angling in the river."
To try to catch fish with a rod and line.
/ˈæŋɡlɪŋ/
To fish with a rod and line.
He was angling for trout in the stream.
💡 Simply: To fish.
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She spent hours angling but caught nothing.
How It's Used
"They were angling for salmon."
To try to obtain something indirectly or skillfully.
/ˈæŋɡlɪŋ/
To maneuver or direct skillfully or deviously.
He was angling for an invitation to the party.
💡 Simply: To subtly try to get something.
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She cleverly angled for a better salary.
How It's Used
"She was angling for a promotion."
From Middle English *anglen, from Old English *angl, from Proto-Germanic *anglō, ultimately of uncertain origin, possibly related to a word for a hook or a bend.
The word 'angling' has been used in its recreational sense for centuries, appearing in early fishing manuals and literature.
Memory tip
Think of an 'angle' – you need to use skillful angles to catch fish.
Word Origin
"hook or bend"